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Join Mersey Rivers Trust and Help Make a Real Impact for Rivers, Wildlife and Communities!
Are you a skilled finance and governance professional looking to use your expertise for good? Mersey Rivers Trust is seeking a Finance and Governance Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team and help shape the future of our environmental charity.
We’re a passionate team working to protect and restore rivers across Greater Manchester, Merseyside and Cheshire — and we need someone like you to ensure our finances and governance are as strong as our mission.
APPLICANTS MUST LIVE WITHIN OR CLOSE TO THE MERSEY CATCHMENT – APPLICATIONS FROM OUTSIDE THIS AREA CANNOT BE CONSIDERED.
The Mersey Rivers Trust (MRT) is an environmental charity focussing on the protection and enhancement of rivers and waterbodies in the Mersey Catchment. It operates in an area covering Greater Manchester, Merseyside and Cheshire. We have an annual turnover of c£1m and employ 19 staff delivering up to 30 projects per year. The Trust works with partners, local communities, and volunteers to deliver a wide range of projects including river restoration, reduction of flood risk by Natural Flood Management techniques, river monitoring, volunteer events (eg river clean-ups/invasive species control and citizen science), community engagement and education events, farm advice/plans and biodiversity net gain. The Trust continues to evolve to meet the increasing challenges of protecting and enhancing rivers and waterbodies in the catchment.
We are seeking a Finance and Governance Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team and lead the Trust’s finance, governance, and back-office functions. This is a pivotal role focused on ensuring financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and effective charity governance. While not involved in field-based project delivery, the Finance Manager plays a strategic role in supporting the organisation’s mission by enabling robust financial planning, reporting, and operational support. You will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Board of Trustees, and project teams to ensure the Trust remains financially resilient and well-governed.
As the Finance and Governance Manager, you should possess expertise in financial control and reporting, allowing you to effectively handle delegated responsibilities. Your numerical skills and critical thinking abilities will enable you to proactively address challenges and streamline processes.
The role holder will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer and will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team. The role will also include direct line management responsibilities of the Administration Officer.
If you are a motivated financial professional with a passion for driving organisational success, we invite you to apply and contribute to our team’s growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the management of the back-office function and Charity governance of MRT.
- Act as the Company Secretary to ensure compliance with financial and legal requirements, as well as maintaining high standards of Charity governance.
- Work with the Chief Executive Officer to prepare and manage budgets, provide input to the Trust’s business plan and strategic initiatives.
- Contribute to the strategic direction of the Trust as a member of the Senior Leadership Team.
- Provide financial insight and analysis to support strategic decision-making and long-term planning.
- Support the development and implementation of organisational policies and procedures to ensure good governance.
- Act as a key liaison with the Board of Trustees, preparing and presenting financial and governance reports to inform oversight and decision-making.
- Lead on the development of internal controls and risk management strategies to safeguard the Trust’s assets and reputation.
- Oversee all payments, manage cash flow, income and claims.
- Support financial planning for grant funding applications to support delivery of our objectives.
- Line management of the Administration Officer.
- Renew the annual insurance policy ensuring adequate cover and value for money.
- Maintain, oversee, and update all project management reporting systems on time and to budget (including timesheets, expenses and monthly reports).
- Complete all necessary reports and keep suitable records in line with the funding requirements and document retention policy.
- Highlight any new risks and issues identified whilst carrying out duties, and work with the team to manage and resolve them.
- Fulfil duties as assigned by the Chief Executive Officer.
- Any other reasonable duties as required by MRT.
The post holder will be home based with travel throughout the Mersey catchment. The applicant will need to live within or close to the Mersey catchment to facilitate regular travel to meetings. Remote working from other parts of the country cannot be considered for this role due to the need for regular face-to-face interactions.
Candidate profile
Essential
- A financial control and reporting background, qualification or qualified by experience.
- Experience of organisational governance, ideally with knowledge of UK General Accounting Practice and Charities regulations.
- Experience of financial and management reporting within a small to medium-sized organisation.
- Experience of liaising with accountants to prepare annual accounts and reports required by the Charity Commission.
- Experience of cash flow forecasting.
- Familiarity with Xero financial and project management software (or similar).
- A confident and clear communicator with the ability to communicate financial information in an appropriate manner for non-financial trustees and staff.
- Aptitude in problem-solving.
- Self-motivated and able to work effectively from home with strong communication skills and with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to work flexibly across the working week when necessary.
- Ability to prioritise and plan activities to meet strict deadlines.
- Excellent literacy, numeracy and report-writing skills.
- Excellent presentation and communication skills.
- Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
- Good computer literacy skills (e.g. with Excel, Word, PowerPoint and project reporting systems).
- A reliable team player with good attendance and work performance.
- Ability to set performance objectives and ensure these are achieved.
- Excellent organisational / admin skills and attention to detail.
Desirable
- Experience in financial planning for funding applications.
- Experience of working in the charity or not for profit sector.
- Understanding of small-scale charitable trading.
- Experience of commercial contract management.
- Experience of managing an IT service provider.
- Knowledge of the Mersey Catchment.
- Good network of contacts in the sector.
General notes
- Some travel around the Mersey Catchment will be necessary therefore a current driving licence and access to a vehicle (insured for business use) is desirable or otherwise access to public transport networks.
- This position will from time to time require work during some evenings, weekends and public holidays to meet the needs of the post. A time-off in lieu system is operated by the Trust.
- We will also require the successfully applicant to undergo a basic DBS check and provide satisfactory references from previous employers.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We’re looking for a highly experienced and motivated Supporter Care Manager to lead our brilliant Supporter Care Team. In this role, you’ll make sure every supporter who contacts us receives a positive, professional, and memorable experience. From handling donations and enquiries to managing complaints and ensuring we meet our service standards, you’ll take ownership of delivering a high quality service that makes a real difference to how people feel about supporting us.
Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
You’ll oversee the day-to-day running of the Supporter Care function, driving efficiency, consistency, and care in everything we do. Working closely with colleagues across fundraising and beyond, you’ll help refine our processes, improve supporter journeys, and ensure feedback is acted on. It’s a role that combines leadership, strategy, and hands on delivery, perfect for someone who enjoys variety and isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo to make things better.
As a people-focused manager, you’ll build a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member can grow and thrive. You’ll lead by example, ensuring your team feels motivated, empowered, and clear on how their work contributes to the wider success of the organisation.
If you’re passionate about delivering outstanding customer care, love motivating others, and want to use your skills to lead a team that truly makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
You will be contracted to our London hub with a minimum expectation of two days per week working in person at the Hub and flexibility for working remotely/at home when not on site.
Employee benefits include -
- 28 day’s paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
- Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 14%
- Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
- Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives
- Opportunities to volunteer
- Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more!
For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
Closing Date: 27th October 2025
Interview Dates: 3rd and 4th November 2025
If you require the job advert or job description in an alternative format, please contact 0808 802 8080.
Join the V&A East launch team
We’re seeking a Senior Campaign Delivery and Channel Manager for the landmark opening of V&A East Museum and debut exhibition The Music Is Black. Sitting within the V&A’s Marketing team, you'll act as the linchpin of this complex, high-profile launch, with a remit to ensure resources are maximised and campaigns are delivered strategically, creatively, and effectively across all channels to meet audience and commercial goals.
About the V&A
The V&A is the world’s leading museum of art and design, housing a permanent collection of over 2.8 million objects, books and archives that span over 5,000 years of human creativity. The museum holds many of the UK's national collections and houses some of the greatest resources for the study of architecture, furniture, fashion, textiles, photography, sculpture, painting, jewellery, glass, ceramics, book arts, Asian art and design, theatre and performance.
Our mission is to be recognised as the world's leading museum of art, design and performance, and to enrich people's lives by promoting research, knowledge and enjoyment of the designed world to the widest possible audience.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
LSE is committed to building a diverse, equitable and truly inclusive university
International Growth Centre (IGC)
IGC Events Manager
Salary from £43,277 to £51,714 pa inclusive with potential to progress to £55,497 pa inclusive of London allowance.
The International Growth Centre (IGC) works with policymakers in developing countries to promote inclusive and sustainable growth through pathbreaking research. The IGC is a global research centre with a network of world-leading researchers and a set of resident country teams and initiatives working across Africa, South Asia, and the Middle East. Based at LSE and in partnership with the University of Oxford, the IGC is majority funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.
The IGC Events Manager will play a leading role in ensuring that the IGC delivers events that advance our strategic needs, meet our high standards and boost our reputation, and represent value-for-money. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all events at the IGC, leading on IGC-wide events and providing expert advice to all other teams organising events, many of which are in, Africa, South Asia and Middle East.
The role includes:
• Designing and managing core, IGC-wide and UK-based events.
• Providing advice and leadership over the IGC event lifecycle, incl. overseeing a diverse, annual portfolio of around 50 events per year.
• Conceptualising and running new events to showcase the IGC’s work, incl. at global forums.
• Overseeing all the events processes and maintaining high operational standards.
• Managing the IGC events calendar.
• Travel to support international events across sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia.
• Line management of the Communications and Events Officer.
The successful applicant will have:
• Experience of planning and successfully delivering a range of international events.
• Strong operational skills (financial literacy, contract management, project management).
• Confidence working internationally and in cross-cultural contexts.
• Proficiency with a range of digital platforms and tools (incl. CRMs).
• Excellent communications skills, including writing and relationship management.
• A team-player, collaborative attitude balanced with initiative.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in all work.
We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave, hybrid working and excellent training and development opportunities.
For further information about the post, please see the job description and person specification.
To apply for this post, please click Apply. If you have any technical queries with applying on the online system, please us the “contact us” links at the bottom of the LSE Jobs page. Should you have any queries about the role, please email Annelise Andersen
The closing date for receipt of applications is 17 October 2025 (23.59 UK time), with interviews scheduled to take place on 30 October 2025.
Regrettably, we are unable to accept late applications.
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Job Title: Deputy Service Manager
Location: Based within the Non-residential service in Wembley, working within communities, homes, and other residentials. This service does have step free access.
Salary: £31,700
Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday on a rota working 09:00 - 17:00, hours may be extended 08:00 - 18:00. You may also be required to work weekends, evenings, and bank holidays. You will also take part in our out of hours on call rota for managers.
About the role
This is a great opportunity for a Deputy Service Manager to join our team based in Wembley. You will support the Service Manager to ensure high quality service delivery, being a key contact for staff, helping them feel supported, skilled, and empowered within their roles. In this role you will be based within a service which is at the heart of delivering person-centred support to vulnerable adults who have been, or are at risk of homelessness.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Line Management and Leadership, supporting your team providing advice, guidance and support throughout their employment lifecycle
- Support the Service Manager in leading the day to day operational delivery of the service
- Risk Management ownership, ensuring processes and policies are followed
- Financial Management, including petty cash and budget management
- Contract management and Internal auditing, admin, and general other duties as required.
About you
We are seeking a passionate, driven and motivated colleague to help lead our service in a trauma informed and inclusive way. Someone who is knowledgeable in the needs of our residents, particularly around homelessness and complex needs, able to support the team in delivering their daily duties. You will be driven with passion for what we do, and be able to work flexibly to meet service needs, providing new ideas and opportunities to develop the service further to continue to achieve excellence!
- Understanding of homelessness and complex needs of people from different backgrounds
- Ability to provide high quality support and line management to staff.
- Ability to support the Service Manager and help manage staff with daily tasks, caseloads and overall day to day running of the service.
- Ability to motivate and empower a team to achieve KPI's
- Ability to provide advice, guidance, and support to the team on all aspects of service delivery including resident related queries
- Willingness and ability to work flexibly to meet service needs
- IT proficiency - we use various systems so look for someone who can learn and navigate new systems including case management, microsoft, ATS, HR systems, and other types of organisational software
- Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency
What we offer
- 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service
- Employer Pension Contribution
- Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card
- Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more
- Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work
- Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans
- Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Annual Staff Awards
- EDI Ambassador programme
About Social Interest Group (SIG)
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.
We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets.
Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group.
Additional Information
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website.
Empowering independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital and off the streets
Job Purpose:
To lead and manage hosting schemes across Derby, Nottingham, and Derbyshire, including the Homes for Ukraine Scheme. The role involves ensuring effective delivery, compliance, and coordination of hosting services, while providing strategic oversight, operational leadership, and support both Hosts and Guests.
Key Responsibilities:
Direct Support for Refugees and Hosts
- Facilitate initial reception, orientation, and support for guests.
- Provide advice on benefits, housing, health, education, and employment.
- Accompany individuals and families to appointments as needed.
- Support guests in tenancy, registering for utilities and accessing relevant services.
- Facilitate introductory meetings and regular placement reviews between hosts and guests.
- Monitor progress of placements, troubleshoot issues, and provide ongoing support to Hosts and Guests
Promoting Integration and Independence
- Encourage engagement in community activities and Upbeat Communities’ programs where appropriate.
- Foster empowerment through relationships based on mutual respect and trust.
- Liaise with local authorities, referral agencies and stakeholders for smooth registration and referrals.
- Collaborate with social housing providers and other partners to ensure access to services.
Community Engagement and Public Awareness
- Work with local voluntary and community organisations to foster a welcoming environment.
- Promote and publicise all hosting schemes, including working with the comms team to develop digital resources
- Deliver awareness and training sessions about Hosting to stakeholders.
- Support with recruitment, training and onboarding of new hosts across all schemes.
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Development
- Maintain accurate and GDPR-compliant records, including referral databases.
- Contribute to monitoring and evaluation processes to ensure efficiency and impact.
- Provide accurate project delivery data to inform reviews.
- Produce written reports detailing delivery targets, challenges, and opportunities.
- Facilitate reviews of project delivery and implement changes based on data and stakeholder feedback.
- Support partnership meetings and contribute information for funding bids when required.
Line Management and Recruitment
- Line manage relevant project staff (and volunteers) and initiate annual reviews to identify targets and learning opportunities.
- Support recruitment processes, including job descriptions, shortlisting, and interview panels.
- Create induction plans for new staff and organise relevant training.
Strategic Contribution
- Analyse project delivery data to identify trends and capacity issues.
- Contribute to Upbeat Communities’ strategic objectives and future development.
- Support funding bids and tenders for future project work.
- Represent Upbeat Communities at partnership meetings, events, and media interviews.
Finance
- Manage staff expenses and oversee project budget expenditure in collaboration with the Head of Delivery.
- Contribute to project budget setting and ensure financial efficiency.
Person Specification:
Essential Criteria:
Core Values:
- Consistently demonstrates self-awareness, empathy, and social skills to build positive interactions.
- Acts with compassion, fostering a supportive environment and contributing meaningfully to others' well-being.
- Actively seeks opportunities for development, applying new knowledge with humility and creativity.
- Encourages autonomy and confidence, enabling individuals to reach their full potential.
Skills & Abilities:
- Excels in workload management, maintains calm under pressure, and mentors others in effective task prioritisation.
- Excels in problem-solving, making confident decisions and inspiring proactive approaches in others.
- Competently uses IT, including email, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and Airtable for routine tasks.
- Exhibits deep understanding of refugee and asylum seeker experiences, driving initiatives that promote their inclusion and empowerment.
- Thrives in dynamic settings, leads through change, and mentors others in adaptability and task management.
- Recognises the need for innovation and understands basic tools for driving change.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to connect across cultural and language barriers.
- Excels in interpersonal skills, fostering deep connections, and mentoring others in communication and collaboration.
- Upholds ethical standards, demonstrates honesty, and ensures confidentiality in all actions.
- Champions cultural inclusion, driving initiatives that promote diversity and fostering a culture of respect.
Leadership Abilities
- Understands the basic concepts of inspiring and guiding teams.
- Understands negotiation principles but requires guidance to engage effectively.
- Recognises the value of professional development and engages in basic learning activities.
- Displays enthusiasm and focus in achieving goals but needs direction
- Builds strong partnerships, represents the organisation confidently, and maintains productive relationships.
- Has basic knowledge of financial principles and can assist in budgeting or reporting tasks.
- Understands strategic principles and contributes to discussions with guidance.
- Identifies basic risks and supports mitigation efforts with guidance.
- Understands team management principles and supports basic supervision tasks.
- Recognises the value of professional relationships and participates in networking opportunities with guidance.
- The right to work in the UK.
- Full UK Driving licence and access to your own transport.
Desirable Criteria:
- Previous experience working with refugees and asylum seekers.
- Experience of working in partnership with Social Housing providers
- Experience of working with families and children.
- Experience in delivering workshops or community events.
- Experience recruiting volunteers.
- Experience launching new projects.
- Fluency in a language relevant to the communities we work with.
Empowering individuals and families to thrive as they rebuild their lives.





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Are you an experienced mixed-methods researcher passionate about turning research into real-world impact?
Do you thrive on delivering actionable insights to address complex business challenges?
About the role
The Customer Insight and Analysis team champions insight-led decision-making at British Heart Foundation (BHF). As our Research Manager, you will act as a strategic insight partner to teams across BHF including brand and marketing, fundraising, retail and medical. You will play a vital role delivering insight that directly informs strategic and operational decisions, such as by helping colleagues access the insight they need to grow, innovate and improve our products and services.
You will lead a wide variety of research projects end-to-end, including designing research approaches and materials, conducting fieldwork and analysis, and delivering findings. Your work will ensure insights are accessible, actionable, and drive effective decision making. You will manage both in-house and outsourced quantitative, qualitative and mixed-methods projects, with responsibility for stakeholder engagement, procurement and quality assurance.
This is a key role in a collaborative and forward-thinking team, helping ensure BHF’s work is driven by high-quality and timely intelligence.
About you
You are a naturally analytical thinker and an excellent problem solver. You bring a broad and extensive mix of experience across quantitative and qualitative research methods, such as surveys, in-depth interviews and focus groups.
You have led research across a range of business functions and are confident designing research approaches and materials to meet complex insight needs for stakeholders at all levels.
You are committed to conducting research to the highest ethical standards, with a strong understanding of the UK GDPR and a focus on accessibility and inclusivity in research design.
You bring:
- Experience in selecting and adapting research methods to meet diverse business needs, such as brand tracking, creative testing and proposition development
- Strong skills in questionnaire design and experience using survey software
- Strong consultancy experience and the ability to act as a trusted advisor across the organisation
- Proven ability to build effective relationships and communicate insight with impact
- Knowledge of ethical and inclusive research practices, and the UK GDPR
- Excellent project management skills and experience handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Experience of identifying and implementing improvements to research processes and ways of working
Working Arrangements
We are recruiting two roles: one permanent and one 12-month fixed term contract.
This is a hybrid role, where your work will be split between your home and at least one day per week, on average, in our London Office. This may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to unlock your best work for our cause.
About us
Everything we do comes back to funding lifesaving research for all heart and circulatory conditions including heart failure, stroke and vascular dementia. Every hour of research we’ve ever funded, every item we’ve ever sold, every campaign we’ve ever run, all the support we’ve ever given. The donations we receive are used to make people’s lives healthier and longer.
We value and respect every individual’s unique contribution, celebrate diversity, and make inclusion part of what we do every day.
Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy, Igniting Change, along with our internal EDI group, Kaleidoscope, and a growing number of employee network groups (our Affinity Groups), help us create an environment where all our colleagues and volunteers can succeed.
Benefits
We offer our staff generous benefits, such as:
- 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Private medical insurance, dental health cover, and money towards gym membership.
- Pension scheme with employer contribution up to 10%.
- Full pay for 12 weeks for family leave including maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
- Life assurance.
- Extra paid leave of up to 10 days to support colleagues who may need more time off work to look after themselves or others close to them.
Need more help balancing your work and home life? Talk to us about what flexibility is available at the application or interview stage.
Interview process
The interview process will consist of three stages. First, shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a 45-minute timed task. Those who are successful in this assessment will be invited to attend the first stage interview, which will be held over MS Teams between 29-31 October 2025. Candidates progressing from this stage will then be invited to a second interview in-person at our London Office (NW1 7AW) on either 13 or 14 November 2025.
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Dear Applicant,
We are looking for a talented and experienced Research Manager to help us manage and be responsible for our research grants programme. This includes maintenance of our existing grant portfolio as well as management of our national funding calls and the award of new grants. The role requires the development of close working relationships with research stakeholders including our staff, the members of our Scientific Advisory Panel (SAP), our grant-holders and funding partners.
We currently have 38 active research grants, and award approximately £1.5 million of new grants each year.
The Research Manager runs the grants programme with support from the CEO. In addition, you will work closely with the Communications Manager on research communications.
You will be a self-starter, able to self-motivate and thrive on working with a range of individuals and organisations. You will be a skilled communicator, working with a variety of stakeholders, including our SAP, our Fundraising and Communications team and our grant holders.
A successful Research Manager at Brain Research UK will have a full grasp of all elements of grant management. You will have a close working relationship with the fundraising and communications team to provide, in lay terms, explanations of projects to our donors. You will help drive excellence in our grant assessment and management processes, to ensure the best research is funded and appropriately managed.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience who is looking for their next challenge, to join a small, dedicated and ambitious team.
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter of no more than two pages stating why you would like to work for Brain Research UK and why you believe you are well suited to the role. Please apply by 4pm on Wednesday 15th October 2025
Caroline Blakely CEO
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Operations & Office Manager
We’re looking for an Operations & Office Manager to help establish and run the organisation’s administrative, contractual, and operational foundations.
This is a pivotal role for someone who thrives on building efficient systems, supporting teams, and ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.
Location: Central London (Fitzrovia)
Salary: £38,000 – £40,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Start date: ASAP
Closing Date: Wednesday 22nd October 2025 at 11.59pm
About the role
As Operations & Office Manager, you’ll lead the day-to-day management of the office, oversee administrative systems, and act as the key point of contact for operational matters. You’ll work closely with senior leadership to ensure compliance, effective coordination, and strong relationships with partners, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
You’ll also take responsibility for HR and recruitment support, financial administration, and charity compliance, making sure policies, contracts, and records are maintained to the highest standards.
Key responsibilities include:
- Overseeing the day-to-day running and initial set-up of the office, working closely with our architects, Counterspace.
- Acting as the first point of contact for operational queries and supporting the senior leadership team.
- Managing contracts, procurement, and supplier relationships, ensuring all deliverables and payments are tracked.
- Providing HR support across recruitment, onboarding, and policy maintenance.
- Supporting finance processes, including expenses, invoices, and compliance reporting.
- Developing and improving operational systems, processes, and data management tools.
- Ensuring charity and GDPR compliance and maintaining up-to-date organisational documentation.
About you
We’re looking for a professional with 4+ years’ experience in operations, administration, or office management. You’ll have a proven track record in managing contracts and suppliers, excellent organisational and communication skills, and strong proficiency with Microsoft 365.
An understanding of HR processes, charity governance, and financial administration would be an advantage. Most importantly, you’ll be proactive, collaborative, and excited by the opportunity to help shape a new and inclusive arts organisation from the ground up.
Please upload your CV (2 pages), a covering letter (1 page) outlining your interest in the role and how you meet the criteria of the role.
About the organisation:
This is a brand new arts and cultural institution and charity in London’s central Fitzrovia district, developed from the digital platform originally launched in 2011 by the Kamel Lazaar Foundation. Dedicated to supporting artists from the Global Majority, Ibraaz is an ambitious and creative organisation providing a brave space for art, culture, and ideas.
Other roles you may have experience of could include Operations Manager, Office Manager, Business Manager, HR and Operations Manager, Operations and Administration Manager, People and Operations Lead, Charity Operations Manager, Administration Manager, Governance and Compliance Officer, Operations Coordinator, Operations Executive, Executive Assistant, or Business Support Manager, etc.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Could you lead a team to make a real difference in women’s lives?
Do you thrive on building partnerships and delivering high-quality services?
Are you ready to step into a leadership role that combines compassion, strategy, and impact?
If so, this Centre Manager role could be your next exciting opportunity.
The Role They are looking for a motivated and compassionate Centre Manager to lead services in the city. This is a full-time (37 hours), interim cover role (up to 12 months), based in Leeds.
- 25 days annual leave (rising to 30) public holidays
- Supportive, values-led workplace
- Opportunities for leadership development and career progression
As the Centre Manager, you’ll:
- Lead and oversee the delivery of holistic, gender-specific support services for women and girls
- Manage and develop a talented staff team with the support of a Deputy Manager
- Build strong partnerships and maintain effective referral pathways
- Take responsibility for contracts, budgets and reporting to funders
- Contribute to organisational strategy and drive service improvement
This is a role where you can combine people leadership with operational excellence — and see the positive impact of your work every day.
About You You’ll bring experience in:
- Leading and managing service delivery in the charity, voluntary or public sector
- Supporting, motivating and developing staff
- Translating strategy into operational delivery
- Managing budgets, contracts and performance reporting
You will be:
- A strong communicator who builds relationships with ease
- Adaptable, resilient and highly organised
- Solution-focused, calm under pressure and able to manage risk effectively
- Passionate about equity, diversity and inclusion
Experience in women’s services or the criminal justice system is desirable, but not essential — what matters most is your leadership ability and commitment to making a difference.
What they Offer
- A welcoming and values-driven culture
- Annual leave rising with service, plus public holidays
- Staff wellbeing and reflective practice built into our approach
- Opportunities to grow your leadership skills and progress your career
- The chance to lead a team that is passionate about supporting women and girls
Apply Now If you’re ready to step into this rewarding role as Centre Manager, don’t delay — apply today and take the next step in your leadership journey.
This post is restricted to female applicants only as an occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Would you like to join our small, dedicated, international team to make a difference to the lives of seafarers and their families worldwide by taking the lead on managing our well respected helplines?
ISWAN has recently created this new role, which will be pivotal to further developing our quality service to seafarers. We have seen significant growth in the number and usage of our helplines and now seek to ensure we have a management structure capable of coping with further helpline growth.
As ISWAN’s Head of Helpline Services, you will be responsible for the strategic development, account management and evaluation of all ISWAN helpline services.
We have no preconceptions about where the successful applicant will come from but you will bring experience of managing multi-channelled helpline operations and best practice as well as planning, measuring and delivering user and client service improvements.
You will need to be capable of working effectively within a complex international context and have sound experience of service development. This is a part-time role (21 hours per week) but we are keen to find the right person and therefore happy to discuss flexible working patterns. We are flexible about where the role is based but you will be managing helpline operations in the UK, India and the Philippines so you will need to be a great team player.
Improving the lives of seafarers and their families with services, resources, strategies and advocacy




The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Finance Manager
Permanent. Full time. Hybrid working. (You will be required to attend the office for a minimum of 2 days per week with the option to work remotely for the remaining 3 days)
Location: Bogota, Colombia
Salary: 149,298,074 Colombian Pesos per year
All applications and CV submissions should be in ENGLISH only
About us
Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.
We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don’t have to be Christian to work here – we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we’re open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues and the option of being a homeworker for most of our roles too.
About the role
Reporting in to the Senior Finance Business Partner, the Finance Manager will proactively develop and manage key business and finance systems and processes within the MCC Hub that effectively supports the Multi Country Cluster (MCC) business model.
Some of the main areas of responsibilities of the Finance Manager include:
- Ensure that procedures are followed, and standards are met from MCC programme teams and that there is consistency across the MCC Hub in terms of operations and business and financial controls, checks and balances meeting organisational values and goals.
- Manage the MCC Hub finance officers creating an environment of continuous learning, motivating the team to align with organisational values and goals.
- Ensure systems support the agreed corporate strategies and the MCC programmes core business delivers high quality impact and consistency.
- Lead the annual budgeting process within the MCC programme and professionally supervise specific finance, HR and administration staff within MCC Hub.
- Contribute to, and where appropriate lead on, cross-programme tasks related to the area of work proactively identifying opportunities to drive meaningful change.
- To improve the capacity of Christian Aid programme staff to understand and uphold both Christian Aid's and institutional donors' financial policies and procedures and proactively manage contracts and risk within the project and programme.
- In collaboration with other colleagues ensure budgets are prepared and monitored for partners and relevant institutional donor funded programmes.
- Responsibility for managing key internal and external relationships with auditors, legal providers, consultants among others.
- Liaison on financial matters across MCC Hub ensuring consistency and accuracy is maintained.
- Monitoring and analyses of all financial areas of the MCC programme at regular intervals and presented; this includes providing programme financial reports to the Finance department in London with a detailed commentary indicating areas of variance and concern.
About you
Who we are looking for
Essential:
- Professional CCAB finance qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA) or part qualified
- Substantial experience in financial management, budgeting, and compliance
- Fluent in Spanish and English (both written and spoken)
- Demonstrable experience supervising finance teams and supporting capacity development
- Advanced knowledge of accounting standards, financial reporting, and donor requirements
- Proficiency with financial management systems (e.g. SunSystems) and advanced Excel skills
- Strong understanding of financial controls, reconciliations, and risk management
- Knowledge of restricted funds management and grant compliance
- Highly developed skills in financial analysis, planning, and problem-solving
- Ability to build effective relationships and communicate financial information to non-finance audiences
- Understanding foreign exchange accounting
Desirable:
- Experience working in an international NGO or donor-funded environment
- Proficiency in relevant regional languages
Further information
At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.
We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams.
We have a strong Christian ethos and we encourage applications from all faiths. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with Christian Aid’s faith identity.
All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Action for Stammering Children
Action for Stammering Children is the national charity for children and young people who stammer, their families and the communities who support them.
We exist to ensure that every child who stammers has the support, respect and confidence to live the life they want to lead.
Founded in 1989, we provide support and information to young people, families and professionals; champion research into childhood stammering; and campaign for policy and societal change.
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced community manager enthusiastic about engaging our supporters, volunteers and fundraisers. In this role, you will be responsible for community outreach; effectively communicating our brand identity to help us build and cultivate our supporter base. Adapting the charity’s message for a range of internal and external audiences will be second nature to you. You will be passionate about working closely with volunteers to inform our strategic direction and advocacy efforts. You will bring with you experience of implementing strategic communications, with knowledge of email marketing, paid-for advertising and social media.
In a typical week, you might be working with a member of our Youth Panel or Stambassador Network to create content for an upcoming outreach campaign or preparing them for a media appearance. You may be liaising with some of our community fundraisers as they prepare for their upcoming challenge event, and working with the CEO on communicating the impact of our various projects.
But regardless of the channel or the message, your attention to detail, writing and presentation skills will be flawless, and you’ll bring a creativity and enthusiasm that helps to cultivate our existing supporters and connect with new ones.
It’s an exciting time at Action for Stammering Children, with a refreshed strategy which will see us increase the charity’s reach, impact and engagement with the stammering community more than ever before. This role will be vital to enabling us to deliver that.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Company Description
Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness, they’re likely to die from.
Job Description
You’ll join the Research Management and Impact team, part of Marie Curie’s Research and Policy Directorate. As the UK’s largest charitable funder of palliative and end-of-life care research, we manage a diverse portfolio of grants, centres, and commissioned projects. Our team also leads on measuring, communicating, and maximising the impact of funded research – ensuring it drives real-world change in care and policy.
As Research Manager, you will oversee a portfolio of research grants from application through to delivery, supporting researchers and ensuring effective management of funding. You will also play a vital role in tracking and demonstrating the impact of Marie Curie’s research, helping to evidence the difference it makes for patients, carers, and services. Your expertise will directly contribute to building a stronger evidence base and closing gaps in palliative and end-of-life care.
Your Impact:
- Manage pre- and post-award research funding processes, including applications, reviews, contracts, and reporting.
- Act as the main point of contact for funded researchers, linking them with Marie Curie colleagues across policy and services.
- Overseeing financial management of research grants, audits, and reporting.
- Lead on the annual Researchfish impact data collection and monitor policy impact using tools such as Overton.
- Produce case studies, reports, and metrics to evidence and communicate research impact.
- Support organisation of research events, including the Marie Curie Research into Practice Conference.
Key Criteria:
- Experience in research management at a charitable or government funder, university, or NHS organisation.
- Knowledge of UK health and/or social science research sectors.
- Strong financial management skills and experience.
- Proven ability to analyse data, produce clear reports, and communicate complex information.
- Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively across teams.
- Relevant degree or higher level qualification (or equivalent knowledge/experience).
- Interest in palliative and end-of-life care.
Please see the full job description.
Additional Information
Application & Interview Process
- As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV and supplementary details. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.
- Closing date for applications: October 13, 2025.
Salary: £36,900-41,000 per annum (+ £3,500 London Weighting Allowance if applicable)
Contract: Permanent, full-time (35 hours per week)
Based: London. Working from home and 2-3 days a week from our Embassy Gardens office.
We are open to considering candidates from other locations within the UK.
Benefits you’ll LOVE:
- Flexible working. We’re happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage.
- 25 days annual leave (exclusive of Bank Holidays)
- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme (we will match your contribution up to 7.5%)
- Loan schemes for bikes; computers and season tickets
- Continuous professional development opportunities.
- Industry-leading training programmes
- Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes
- Enhanced bereavement, family friendly and sickness benefits
- Access to Blue Light Card membership
- Subsidised Eye Care
Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.
We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Chief Executive — Help & Care
Location: Home-based within easy reach of Dorset (regular travel across the region)
Salary: circa £85,000 per annum
Contract: permanent, full-time (37 hours per week)
Are you ready to lead a values-driven regional charity and social enterprise that helps people to live the lives they choose?
Help & Care has been supporting communities across Dorset and the south coast since 1985. We deliver person-centred services that promote dignity, independence and connection - from dementia coordination and health coaching to our award-winning Roots gardening programme and social prescribing partnerships. Working with over 25 partners across health, housing and the voluntary sector, we co-produce services that make a real difference to older people, those with long-term conditions, carers and people at risk of isolation.
As our next Chief Executive, you will:
- Strategic leadership: Set and deliver a clear, values-led strategy that secures long-term impact and sustainable growth.
- Values leadership: Put Help & Care’s values - social justice, innovation, personal and collaborative - at the heart of decision-making and model them.
- Growth & income diversification: Lead business development, win new contracts, and develop social-enterprise opportunities to reduce reliance on public commissioning.
- Partnerships & advocacy: Strengthen senior-level relationships with NHS, local authorities and commissioners; represent Help & Care across systems, media and networks.
- Service quality & impact: Embed rigorous monitoring and evaluation so our outcomes drive commissioning, improve margins and strengthen our reputation.
- People leadership: Inspire, retain and develop a high-performing, compassionate leadership team and workforce.
- Governance & financial stewardship: Provide the Board with timely, high-quality reporting, oversee financial recovery plans, and ensure robust risk and compliance frameworks.
Who you are:
- An experienced CEO or senior director from complex, multi-service health & social care or community organisations.
- Proven track record in winning commissioned contracts, tendering and contract management.
- Skilled at building strategic partnerships and influencing at senior system level.
- Comfortable leading transformation and financial sustainability work, with demonstrable budgeting and forecasting skills.
- A values-led, collaborative leader with high emotional intelligence, resilience and a commitment to social justice and co-production.
Why Help & Care?
- Lead a highly respected regional provider with an outstanding track record of co-production and innovation.
- Shape an organisation poised for growth and greater regional influence.
- Hybrid, home-based working, regular travel across Dorset, and the chance to safeguard vital services for local communities.
If you would like to receive an Information Pack for this role with details on how to apply, please send an expression of interest and (optional but appreciated) a CV or professional profile in confidence to our consultant, Jenny Hills via the apply button. For an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please contact Jenny at the above address with suitable times to speak.
Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 20th October 2025
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.